— Disaster risk management experts from Indonesia and the Philippines are developing innovative approaches, like flood risk maps measured against Manny Pacquiao's height, to help at-risk communities prepare for disasters before they strike.

— “What would it take to reduce disaster risk in your country by 50 percent by 2030?” While the journey will differ for each country, each takes a combination of three elements, writes Niels Holm-Nielsen.

— Extreme weather and unprecedented flooding were found to be major factors hindering economic growth in nearly every economic sector. The damage highlights the importance of expanding insurance and increasing resilience.